![]() ![]() It isn’t until after an accident that Mila finds out the truth about herself: She is an android, created with human-like emotions, and that her “mother” is actually one of her creators. ![]() ![]() She also finds herself moving faster than normal and unaware of her own strength. First, she realizes she has amazing hearing, able to hear things that she should not be able to hear from certain distances. However, it is exactly this sequence of events that leads Mila to some interesting discoveries about herself. Needless to say, Kaylee is not exactly thrilled about this development, and unfortunately for Mila, Kaylee’s true colors come out. There’s also a cute boy thrown in who actually adds to Mila’s troubles, as he seems interested in her, while her only friend, Kaylee, is interested in him. We meet Mila and are introduced to her friends, school, and troubles. ![]() Mila 2.0 starts off as any regular YA may. I’m not usually into sci-fi (or so I thought a few months ago), but Mila 2.0 was getting great reviews, and just sounded really interesting. I’ve requested several of their books from the library, thanks in large part to Epic Reads’ Tea Time, and they seem to all have come in at the same time! Mila 2.0 was another one of these books. In case you can’t tell, I have been on a major HarperTeen kick lately. ![]()
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Now married and twelve years older, they live in Kit's childhood home in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. ![]() "Liv Stratman writes with such clarity, intelligence, and zip the Brooklyn debut novel is reborn in Cheat Day." -Lorrie Moore ![]() A smart and funny debut novel about the unexpected consequences of one woman ' s attempt to exert control over her entire life by adhering to a strict wellness regimen. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Lovecraft Complete Grimm's Fairy Tales Complete Novels of Jane Austen Complete Sherlock Holme Complete Tales & Poems of Edgar Allen Poe Complete Works of William Shakespeare Divine Comedy Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Other Tales The Essential Tales of H.P. ![]() Other titles in the Chartwell Classics Series include: Complete Fiction of H.P. Chartwell Classics are the editions of choice for the most discerning literature buffs. Included in this indispensable edition, with an introduction by renowned author Daniel Stashower, are 21 short stories, including "The Tell-Tale Heart," "The Pit and the Pendulum," and "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," as well as 10 classic poems, including "The Raven," "Annabel Lee," and "The Bells."Įssential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, the Chartwell Classics series includes beautifully presented works and collections from some of the most important authors in literary history. ![]() The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe features key works, spanning from 1827 to his death in 1849, from the famous Gothic American writer, especially Poe's spine-chilling short stories and melodious poems. Revel in the sumptuous language of Edgar Allan Poe's best works. ![]() ![]() ![]() When their parents get new jobs at a grand, fusty old boarding school, Melchester College, the girls have to move there - and when they arrive, things start to change. 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He's wonderful to her, and to her little brother Maxie and sister Vita. But Mandy loves spending time with her brilliant new friend, and is sure Tanya can only get her out of trouble, not into it. Mum isn't happy - she thinks Tanya's a BAD GIRL and a bad influence on her daughter. That's why she is delighted when cheeky, daring, full-of-fun Tanya picks her as a friend. ![]() Shy, mild Mandy has been bullied at school for as long as she can remember. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() For example, an essay he wrote about gay's. I have made this argument before, but I believe his essays are written only to influence the person who is unsure about a subject. Remember, Heinlein promoted over throwing the government not only in some essays, but also in many novels. Know any others? Message #scifi and let your friendly mods know!īut based on many of his novels, you can disprove most of his essays, or at least show that he thinks on both sides of the street. 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Evie will win your heart yes, the thinks and sounds much like a teenager because she is one. Instead, she fully commits with her A-game. White has considerable talent, and she does not "take it easy" and bring only her B or her C game because this story could probably "coast" on it's quirkiness and fun even with lesser writing. Yes, this is a youth-oriented story and the relationship between Evie and Lend remains innocent, so you just have to know that's what you're going for with this tale. ![]() This quirky paranormal story is written and played out with so much heart, it's hard to imagine how one would not be charmed by it.Evie and her misadventures, and her love for her sweet boyfriend. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Mary Balogh is an author I have respected for so long and she was one of the first that introduced me to authentically real regency. I had thought about working on her other previous series before beginning these books, but I realized I have been wanting to read these books so much. Someone To Love is the first book of the Westcott series and I finally caved into starting this series. As London society and her newfound relatives threaten to overwhelm Anna, Avery steps in to rescue her and finds himself vulnerable to feelings and desires he has hidden so well and for so long. Yet something prompts him to aid Anna in her transition from orphan to lady. But the new earl’s guardian is interested in Anna…Īvery Archer, Duke of Netherby, keeps others at a distance. ![]() However, they want nothing to do with her or her attempts to share her new wealth. She is also overjoyed to learn she has siblings. Now she discovers that the late Earl of Riverdale was her father and that she has inherited his fortune. Humphrey Westcott, Earl of Riverdale, has died, leaving behind a fortune that will forever alter the lives of everyone in his family-including the daughter no one knew he had.Īnna Snow grew up in an orphanage in Bath knowing nothing of the family she came from. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The writing and theme within Fahrenheit 451 was explored by Bradbury in some of his previous short stories. ![]() In a 1994 interview, Bradbury cited political correctness as an allegory for the censorship in the book, calling it "the real enemy these days" and labelling it as " thought control and freedom of speech control." In later years, he described the book as a commentary on how mass media reduces interest in reading literature. In a 1956 radio interview, Bradbury said that he wrote the book because of his concerns about the threat of burning books in the United States. Bradbury's claimed motivation for writing the novel has changed multiple times. The novel follows Guy Montag, a fireman who becomes disillusioned with his role of censoring literature and destroying knowledge, eventually quitting his job and committing himself to the preservation of literary and cultural writings.įahrenheit 451 was written by Bradbury during the Second Red Scare and the McCarthy era, who was inspired by the book burnings in Nazi Germany and by ideological repression in the Soviet Union. It presents an American society where books have been personified and outlawed and "firemen" burn any that are found. ![]() Fahrenheit 451 is a 1953 dystopian novel by American writer Ray Bradbury. ![]() ![]() ![]() But Aven's about to discover she can do it all. ![]() Adopted at age two, Aven Green has lived most of her life in Kansas with her adoptive parents. It's hard to solve a mystery, help a friend, and face your worst fears. Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus is followed by Momentous Events in the Life of a Cactus (2019), and a forthcoming chapter book series beginning with Aven Green Sleuthing Machine (expected 2021). Her new life takes an unexpected turn when she bonds with Connor, a classmate who also feels isolated because of his own disability, and they discover a room at Stagecoach Pass that holds bigger secrets than Aven ever could have imagined. And when her parents take a job running Stagecoach Pass, a rundown western theme park in Arizona, Aven moves with them across the country knowing that she'll have to answer the question over and over again. Aven Green loves to tell people that she lost her arms in an alligator wrestling match, or a wildfire in Tanzania, but the truth is that she was born without them. The audio edition of the bestselling middle grade novel about a spunky girl born without arms and a boy with Tourette syndrome navigating the challenges of middle school, disability, and friendship-all while solving a mystery in a western theme park. ![]() ![]() You can always change your vote at any time so nothing is lost. If you do not see your favorite book about the American Civil War on this list then just comment or pop me a note and I will immediately add it to this poll. Vote as soon as possible because the first book will be launched in February. Bryan Craig will be the Assisting Moderator leading this book discussion.Ĭhoose and vote for one book. The book which garners the most votes and comes out on top will be discussed beginning in February 2012. So take your time and make sure to vote because if a book does not get at least one vote it will be relegated to the bottom of the list. ![]() We wanted to make sure that we included "all of them". Just as an FYI: this poll took me forever to put together because there were so many group member suggestions and recommendations. Killer Angels was already completed by the group so that book was not added to the list for voting purposes. Therefore we are now voting for the first Military Series selection from books which were all nominated by group members. Therefore, the first Military Series discussion will focus on the American Civil War. The American Civil War received the most votes from the group membership. ![]() The reason that we did this was because we are launching a Military Series of book discussions similar to how we conduct the Presidential Series at the HBC. Recently, the History Book Club conducted a Military Series Poll. ![]() American Civil War - Military Series Selection ![]() |